Larry Ashley
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Experienced in supervising diverse teams in fast-paced production settings, emphasizing safety and quality. Proven track record in fostering collaboration, managing employee relations, and implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Carrier
Indianapolis, IN
12.2020 - Current
- Supervised 30-100 hourly employees in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment and low-volume complex work cells.
- Developed and led a team to achieve operations, quality, and continuous improvement goals through training, coaching, discipline, and effective communications.
- Used continuous improvement tools to reduce downtime, improve quality, reduce scrap, and achieve labor efficiency targets.
- Monitored work order progress and drove quality and timeliness of completion.
- Prioritized safety when assigning work.
- Modeled and promoted adherence to environmental, health and safety policies and initiatives.
- Completed and documented all quality-related items for one cell to meet established quality standards.
- Implemented product and engineering changes successfully.
- Supported cost reduction and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated material and logistics problem resolution activities to ensure material availability and operational continuity.
- Built a strong working relationship with the union by adhering to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Production Supervisor
Lord Corporation/Parker Hannifin
Indianapolis, IN
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Directed, lead, and coordinated daily production activities.
- Executed production schedules for daily activities ensuring quality and service level agreements were met.
- Maintained optimum staffing levels and cost-effectively met customer demands.
- Led a complete makeover of the production area with 5S principles which drove production up through making material easily accessible to employees.
- Developed start of shift and end of shift checklist as part of maintaining 5S principles.
- Contributed to Lean Manufacturing initiatives, supporting staff in achieving operational objectives.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in Kaizen workshops.
- Facilitated employee engagement and team building initiatives to enhance workplace collaboration.
- Coordinated communication with peers and teams on operational status and issues affecting delivery.
- Resolved conflicts between departments or individuals and served as a Subject Matter Expert.
- Communicated staff expectations and followed-up to gauge barriers and challenges; provided ongoing feedback, training, and mentoring.
- Provided feedback to management regarding shop floor barriers, personnel issues, and/or equipment issues.
Production Supervisor (Contract)
Aerotek/Carrier
Indianapolis, IN
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Oversaw daily production functions, proactively addressed inconsistencies in supplies, mechanical breakdowns, and employee absenteeism to prevent production delays.
- Monitored orders and planned production, establishing priorities to align with operational goals.
- Led assembly efforts to achieve quality goals such as FPY, escapes, leak, scrap, and warehouse holds reduction.
- Ensured compliance with plant standards and facilitated employee training for improved operational readiness.
- Used the ACE tools (root cause analysis, process certification, standard work, 5S, Cause and Effect Analysis, and Value Stream Mapping) to improve production processes and correct deficiencies.
Production Supervisor
International Automotive Components
Greencastle, IN
08.2012 - 03.2017
- Supervised bargaining unit employees ensuring a safe and efficient manufacturing of quality products to meet customer requirements within an injection molding facility.
- Promoted and maintained lean manufacturing practices.
- Applied root cause analysis, process certification, standard work, 5S, Cause and Effect Analysis, and Value Stream Mapping to enhance production processes and resolve deficiencies.
- Played a major role in scheduling the the molding machines per shipment schedule.
- Monitored output, and productivity issues within assigned departments.
- Collaborated with peers and HR on employee relations, establishing annual goals and addressing disciplinary actions and equipment issues.
- Provided clear expectations and held staff accountable while providing feedback.
- Communicated daily with peers and teams about the status of operations and operational issues affecting delivery.
- Participated in Kaizens to identify problem areas and developed solutions to work more efficiently.
- Executed a comprehensive 5S makeover of the production area, enhancing organization and efficiency.
- Worked with Quality Department to ensure product was made to standard before shipped out to the customer.
- Lead hourly checks of product along with quality on parts, labels and color checks.
- Led team to achieve full engagement in production tasks.
Education
M.S. - Recreation and Sport Management
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, INB.S. - Recreation and Sport Management
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, INSkills
- Manage
- Execute
- Plan
- Prioritize
- Resource management
- Task delegation
- Team development
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving
- Judgment
- Collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Facilitation
- Training
- Knowledge sharing
- Attention to detail
- MS Office
- SAP
- Presentation design
- SAP
Affiliations
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
- Indiana State University Men’s Basketball Team, 1999-2001
Professional Highlights
- Employee Relations, Collaborated with management, employees, and other internal business partners to improve professional relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. Provided HR guidance and input related to benefits, recruiting, new hire orientation, workforce management, and employee claims of harassment. Investigated claims to resolve workplace conflict and provided a written synopsis to leadership outlining the scenarios and course of action. Identified soft-skills and technical training needs and individual executive coaching needs.
- People Manager, Solid managerial and leadership skills within culturally diverse populations. Managed and motivated staff; led and encouraged staff to achieve milestones which fostered an environment for personal and professional growth. Led efforts related to employee Communications, Growth, Employee Engagement, Process Improvement, and Change Management.
- Safety Management, Maintain knowledge of and adherence to internal processes, standard operating procedures, best practices, and Federal Regulations. Validate processes, document evidence, and perform quality checks of staff production to ensure standard operating procedures are followed. Promote a safe working environment and maintained awareness of and compliance to regulations such as EEOC, OSHA, and EPA.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Carrier
12.2020 - Current
Production Supervisor
Lord Corporation/Parker Hannifin
03.2018 - 11.2019
Production Supervisor (Contract)
Aerotek/Carrier
03.2017 - 07.2017
Production Supervisor
International Automotive Components
08.2012 - 03.2017
M.S. - Recreation and Sport Management
Indiana State University
B.S. - Recreation and Sport Management
Indiana State University